Data Chips? No, thank you. Pass the Potato Chips.

Well coming off of my last post and my frustration with the MLB, I think I am finally ready to share my feelings about the NFL and their damn data chips.

Courtesy of Forbes.com

Do you want to know one of my favorite parts about watching a football game? Well, I am going to tell you anyway. It's when the ref places the ball down on the grass (or turf) and for the next 15-seconds or so everyone's heart is pounding as they bring out the chains. It's time to measure. And right then and there, it feels like time stops. Will they get the first down? Or will they have to punt?

Well, if the NFL starts using these data chips, you can kiss that sweet moment goodbye. That's right, it's all digital now. There's no waiting, just instant results. And all the results. And more. More results that you could possibly. Ever. Want....Great. More stats.*cue eye-roll*

I just made this argument about the MLB. Now, why does the NFL have to also go and be the bad guy and try to do the same thing by taking away the little moments that keep us coming back every Sunday?

And of course, there is always a future plan. The NFL hopes the results from the data chips will provide such precise information that can lead to further discussion on hot topics such as goalpost positions. You heard me. The NFL wants to be able to use this information as their catalyst to allow them to press "go" on narrowing goalposts. Turns out the NFL actually hates when players make a field goal and want to decrease their chances as much as possible...

I am kidding. But do you hear how ridiculous this all sounds?! Leave the game alone. Enough about data chips, pass the potato chips and let's keep enjoying football the way it should be played: without all this fancy technology.